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Doris Olewiler Obituary

Miss Doris M. Olewiler of Gladwyne, PA, died on March 22, 2012 at The Wayne Center. Born in Philadelphia, PA on July 8, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Grant Miller and Ella May Olewiler (nee Ruch). Doris lived in the family home in Gladwyne since she was less than a year old. She was a graduate of Lower Merion High School. She was employed with Bell Telephone in their Ardmore and Lansdowne offices, and retired in 1977. She was a Verizon Pioneer Life Member and the President's Circle. She took great pleasure in traveling, including receiving the Holland America Mariners' Society 100 medallion, she crossed the United States by Greyhound bus numerous times, and went through the Panama Canal several times. She took a flight to the Arctic Circle, a safari trip to Africa, enjoyed hang gliding at Lake Arrowhead, submerging in a diving bell and white water rafting. She is survived by her brother Grant Miller (Peg) Olewiler, Jr. of Simi Valley, CA, her sister Marjorie Kriebel (William) of Philadelphia, PA and nine nieces and nephews. Services and Interment are Private. Contributions in her memory to the Humane Society for Animals of the donor's choice would be appreciated. Online condolences www.donohuefuneral home.com Arrangements by The Donohue Funeral Home, Wayne, PA (610) 989-9600.

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Published by Main Line Media News from Mar. 23 to Mar. 28, 2012.

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Roberta Maston-Smith

March 23, 2013

What wonderful memories we have made over the past 60 + years of my life. You were a true "life long" friend to my parents-Bob and Sybil and our whole family. Your yearly trips by Greyhound to our house was a pure pleasure. Our last visit many years ago with you and Grant will always be remembered. Not only were you part of my life growing up but my children's as well. Your "surprise" visits for the birth of my children will be cherished as well as your late night "surprise" phone calls. We will all miss you. May you have rest and peace and eternally have a seat at the pinocle table with your life long friends.

Ted Goldsborough

March 31, 2012

Doris contacted the Lower Merion Historical Society a few years ago, saying she would be willing to share some photos her father had taken, which we did, going to her Gladwyne home to get and later return them. We appreciated her kindness in sharing the past for the future.

Charlene Gaspar

March 29, 2012

Rest in peace, dear Doris! Fond memories of times shared at Gladwyne UMC as your pastor and friend!
Rev. Charlene Gaspar

April Brandes

March 26, 2012

When we were little, Aunt Doris always charmed us with stories of the exotic places she visited. I remember her bringing us unusual souvenirs from her travels. What a sweet Auntie.

Doris Olewiler

Mike & Conny Crisalli

March 26, 2012

Aunt Doris will be missed by her extended family on the West Coast. I remember her sharing photos and stories of her adventures and trips around the world, the tales of her numerous cats and Grandfather and her house. She always was one for an adventure and exploring. She was gracious in always remembering my birthday when I was young and I tried to always send her something animal-related for her birthday or Christmas. I will miss her.

Kathy VanderVeur

March 26, 2012

Doris will be missed. She was a very interesting and kind person. My fondest memories are those spent with Doris at the Devon Horse Show. Her eyes lit up whenever she was around horses and I was happy to have spent time with her at the shows.

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